Dueling cable hosts see polar-opposite campaigns Nov 1, 2008
Flipping between Olbermann and O Reilly would be enough to give most viewers whiplash. Doubtlessly, few try. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
The key eight Nov 1, 2008
Sutter spent the night in hospital and was suffering from whiplash earlier this week. There is no timetable for his return. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
O'Reilly, Olbermann: polar opposites of campaign Oct 27, 2008
Flipping back and forth between Olbermann and O'Reilly would be enough to give most viewers whiplash. Doubtlessly, few try. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
A good Fit for tough times Oct 26, 2008
The Fit's thorough safety checklist includes antilock brakes, six air bags, and new front head restraints that help to prevent whiplash injuries. A vastly more rigid body structure helps to reduce noise and vibration. (Boston Globe)
Do You Speak Hollywood? Oct 25, 2008
The production that opened Thursday night starring the ace team of , and Elisabeth Moss pursues its corkscrew course at such velocity that your instinct is to check yourself for whiplash. Sara Krulwich/The New York Times. (New York Times)
Lehman Dynamic Spreads Through Chinese Economy Oct 22, 2008
All this will contain an element of whiplash for those who believed China would avoid the U.S.'s woes. As the U.S., Japan and perhaps Europe experience a contraction, there's little that China can do to shield itself. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Letters for Monday, October 20, 2008 Oct 20, 2008
Kaua i is at the mercy of global whiplash. Events and decisions made far away change our lives without our say. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
What's in a Domain Name? Owner of Joetheplumber.com Sees 'Un-President-ed' Spike in Site Traffic Oct 18, 2008
com got so many hits that a couple of our support team members got whiplash from all of the activity. While it's true that Web. (Primezone Releases)
Toyota to Launch Ultra-compact 'iQ' in Japan Oct 15, 2008
-Newly developed seats with integrated headrests-designed in line with the Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) concept-are standard for the front seats. In a rear-end collision, the entire seatback, including the headrest, absorbs the force to alleviate impact on the neck and reduce whiplash injuries. (JCN Network, Japan)
Network don't surf: copycats crash Oct 13, 2008
Over the decades, we've seen the cowboy wave (Bonanza, Gunsmoke, Rawhide, Whiplash), several lawyer waves (Perry Mason, The Defenders, Ally McBeal, The Practice), the Australian crime wave (Homicide, Cop Shop,Division 4, Matlock Police), several doctor waves (Ben Casey,Dr Kildare, E.R., Chicago Hope, Grey's Anatomy, House), the forensic wave (three CSIs, Bones, Cold Case), the reality wave (Big Brother, Survivor), the talent quest wave (Australian Idol, The X Factor, Dancing With The Stars), and... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Irritated Dodgers hit back Oct 13, 2008
It seemed inevitable in the second, when Clay Condrey nearly gave Martin whiplash with a fastball that whizzed by his chin. So Victorino was hardly surprised the next inning when Kuroda's first pitch to him almost grazed his helmet, causing him to duck. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Corolla a capable all-rounder Oct 11, 2008
Front, side and head-curtain air bags are all standard, as are active head restraints that move up and forward in a crash to protect against whiplash. Antilock brakes are standard on all models. (Boston Globe)
The new improved Paulson plan Oct 11, 2008
Call it whiplash Friday a day of stock market extremes to test the nervous system of any trader, no matter how hard-boiled. Immediately after trading commenced, the Dow Jones industrial average plunged 660 points, only to turn around and erase the deficit within minutes. (Salon)
Yes, that cute little coupe is a Volvo Oct 10, 2008
Antilock brakes, daytime running lights, traction and stability control, side airbags and curtains, whiplash protection, and an alert in case rear passengers forget to buckle up make a thorough safety package. Creature comforts include a manually-operated tilt driver seat with lumbar support, air conditioning, power hatch release, remote entry, power windows, eight-speaker audio system with CD player, MP3 compatibility and steering wheel controls. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
U.S. Senate debate in Perry Thurs. night Oct 10, 2008
Attendants from the local chiropractic school will be on hand to treat cases of whiplash. Full election coverage. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
When Doctors, and Even Santa, Endorsed Tobacco Oct 7, 2008
Other approaches that could cause double takes (if not whiplash) among contemporary consumers include ads featuring Santa Claus, for brands like Pall Mall; senators like Charles Curtis of Kansas, who endorsed Lucky Strike before he was elected vice president in 1928; cartoon characters like the Flintstones and penguins, for brands like Winston and Kool; children, who appear as accessories for their smoking parents; and babies, for brands like Marlboro. The exhibit also includes copious examples... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Idol worship as therapy Oct 4, 2008
Until then, she had felt the whiplash feelings that buffeted her were something to be ashamed of, something that must be gotten over by "toughening up". But here was Judy (from that moment on, it was always Judy), putting them on display, making each shard of pain or joy seem special simply by the fact of it being hers. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
U.S. Rep. Spencer Bachus reconsidering his vote on economic bailout Oct 4, 2008
"I have a case of whiplash," Rep. Jim McGovern, D-Mass. (AL.com)
What's so wrong about mass hara-kiri? Oct 3, 2008
" Where do I sign up for my mental health coverage? Andrew Leonard Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008 04:00 PDT Pity the poor latte-drinking McDonald's customer. that the Bank of America is refusing to provide additional lending credit to McDonald's franchisees to upgrade kitchen equipment. (Politico's and both have the tip.) The information comes from a memo from McDonald's headquarters to franchisees, obtained by Bloomberg, that cites BofA's purchase of Merrill Lynch as the reason why it can no longer... (Salon)
Six injured in LRT accident Sep 25, 2008
Everybody started panicking and some contacted their loved ones on their handphones, said Perumal, who suffered a whiplash when he hit against handle bars. Airline customer service officer Andrews Pillai, 42, who was trapped along with the other passengers for about 20 minutes in the stationary train, pushed the emergency door lever to get out. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Against all odds Sep 25, 2008
Though she was in excruciating pain, she thought she just had a terrible case of whiplash. Clapp broke her C2 vertebra and it's a miracle she is alive. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Reforms sparking an unexpected twist for MRI businesses Sep 20, 2008
At issue is whether the insurance companies are properly reimbursing outpatient imaging centers that provide diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging, used to help physicians determine if there is whiplash or other soft tissue damage. PIP coverage, also called no-fault insurance, provides $10,000 to pay medical claims and lost wages from accidents, no matter who was at fault. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Doc Gave Broken Neck Man Pain Pills Sep 19, 2008
The injured man fainted because the pain was so bad - but a doctor failed to order an X-ray and told him he had whiplash ... But the senior house officer diagnosed whiplash and sent him home with ibuprofen, co-codamol and an exercise leaflet for neck pain sufferers. (Glasgow Daily Record)
Curran: Cowboys offense so good, it's scary Sep 17, 2008
We just couldnt find those plays to get us off the field, said Eagles linebacker Chris Gocong who like many Eagles defenders, should be checked for whiplash with the number of throws that zipped over their heads from Romo (21 for 30 for 312 yards, three TDs and one pick). It hurts. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Socialists want to run this country! Sep 16, 2008
Can china put on a Snidely Whiplash moustache and demand the rent or else. Will we lose our country to foreign landlords. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Memo to the Uneasy Investor: Be Strong Sep 13, 2008
THE VOLATILITY COULD BE WORSE It s perfectly understandable if you feel as if you have whiplash right about now. Any single company or industry is increasingly susceptible to the forces of global competition, the rapid flow of information and the variety of ways in which sophisticated investors can place big bets. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Flying carp beans boater Sep 9, 2008
The teen had oral surgery to wire several teeth together and has back pain doctors attribute to whiplash from the high-speed collision. He's not the only one who's had a run-in with the "flying" Silver Asian carp. (Edmonton Sun)
Patrick Rockey's Weather Blog Sep 5, 2008
Get ready for more whiplash weather. This time of the year, it's common to see dramatic swings in temperatures from one day to the next. (WTKR.com, VA)
Wife, mom keeps family going Sep 2, 2008
Doctors later said Scott had suffered from a lack of oxygen and shearing of the brain, which they described as a severe whiplash. He s had a lot of close calls and he s been hurt so many times I seriously thought that he was going to come home the next day, said Christine. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Pressing engagement Aug 29, 2008
Within its confines, he stands on his head; appears to walk on the ceiling and, in a truly terrifying climax at the point where the box has become a human letterbox, throws himself from one side to the other in a whiplash motion. He fears that moment, he says, in the same way he used to fear a race, just because he knows how exhausting it is. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Helena Bonham Carter's relatives killed Aug 25, 2008
One of her sons, Piers, 16, escaped with whiplash injuries, the newspaper said. But another son, Marcus Egerton-Warburton, 14, was killed, as were his step-grandfather Francis Kirkwood, 74, the grandfather's wife Brenda Bonham Carter, also 74, and Kay Patricia Bonham Carter, 55, the wife of Marcus's uncle Graham Bonham Carter. (The Age)
"Survivor" All-Stars Ready for Battle Aug 25, 2008
Fiona Bonham Carter, the star's cousin, survived with a broken collarbone, along with one of her sons, Piers, who had whiplash. However, Fiona's 14-year-old son, Marcus Egerton-Warburton, mother Brenda Bonham Carter, stepfather Francis Kirkwood and sister-in-law Kay Boardman all perished when t 000005A0 heir vehicle flipped over after a tire burst. (Yahoo News -- Survivor)
Sold! -- to the man in Lycra Aug 23, 2008
" Indian music has been part of the musical landscape in the West for a long, long time, and bhangra has infused hip-hop with its complex rhythms for at least a couple of decades now. India has for millenia influenced cultures throughout the world, as well as incorporated and absorbed various modes of expression from the cultures it has come into contact with. Indian pop music now is such a hybrid of East and West, it's sometimes impossible to tell where one begins and the other ends. I'd say to... (Salon)
Small SUVs: 4 safest and 4 that fell short Aug 21, 2008
That means they got the best possible rating of "Good" for front- and side-impact protection, as well for whiplash protection in rear impacts. (The IIHS' ratings are "Good," "Acceptable," "Marginal" and "Poor."). (CNN -- Money)
Alternative medicine offers old solutions for ailments Aug 21, 2008
Massage therapist Kathy Fagan, of Back to Basics Therapeutic Massage in Chetek, says the deep tissue work she typically does releases trigger points to aid sufferers of carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, whiplash and surgery scar tissue. Energy healing, too, is moving toward integration with mainstream medicine in a clinical setting. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Attorney calls U.S. meat safety a 'wreck' Aug 20, 2008
SEATTLE In just a year and a half, the American meat industry has experienced a whiplash of beef recalls. Fourty million pounds of meat tainted with highly toxic E. coli O157:H7 has been publicly recalled, up by a staggering 200 percent from the 2006 amount of only 181,900 pounds. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Beer, happiness, and academic productivity Aug 20, 2008
" Andrew Leonard Posted in: Hindi pop songs plus South American rhythm plus an Intel electrical engineer equals magic Tuesday, Aug 5, 2008 22:35 EDT China and India battle for a London-based energy company pumping oil in Siberia and Kazakhstan. That's globalization, folks. Tuesday, Aug 5, 2008 19:06 EDT Maybe it's because he understands the big picture -- compromises may be necessary along the way to a sustainable energy future. Monday, Aug 4, 2008 21:27 EDT Juiced by tax rebates, Americans... (Salon)
Ghosts in the Machine Aug 11, 2008
Another is the daily "whiplash transition" between being a console killer and being a soccer dad. "They're putting a missile down somebody's chimney and taking out bad guys, and the next thing they're taking their wife out to dinner, their kids to school," says an Air Force officer. (Slate)
Bus crash scout released Aug 10, 2008
She was the last of the 10 to be released after being treated for cuts and bruises, whiplash and shock. The teenagers were members of a group of 102 Scouts and leaders from West Lancashire travelling in two buses towards Toronto at the end of a two-week trip. (Liverpool Echo)
Smooth elegance: new Volvo S80 3.0T Aug 9, 2008
There are also the likes of the Side Impact Protection System with the airbag curtains and Volvo's Whiplash Protection System and a new collision warning system with an auto brake function. Blind pot indicators, bi-Xenon adaptive cruise control and distance alert the S80 has a full deck up its sleeve. (iAfrica.com)
Remote-control warriors suffer battle stress at a distance Aug 8, 2008
But that whiplash transition is taking a toll on some of them mentally, and so is the way the unmanned aircraft's cameras enable them to see people getting killed in high-resolution detail, some officers say. In a fighter jet, "when you come in at 500-600 miles per hour, drop a 500-pound bomb and then fly away, you don't see what happens," said Colonel Albert K. Aimar, who is commander of the 163d Reconnaissance Wing here and has a bachelor's degree in psychology. (Boston Globe)
Remote-control warriors suffer war stress Aug 8, 2008
But that whiplash transition is taking a toll on some of them mentally, and so is the way the unmanned aircraft's cameras enable them to see people getting killed in high-resolution detail, some officers say. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Bartolina will miss opening ceremony Aug 8, 2008
She required four stitches and suffered a slight concussion and a little whiplash later, she said in an e-mail. I am really disappointed I will be missing opening ceremonies, but I know I have to take care of myself first and foremost, she said. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Bok stars to face Pumas Aug 5, 2008
Burger, who sustained a whiplash injury in the 9-16 loss against the Wallabies in Perth last month, has been on progressive rehabilitation and will commence training this week with the team where his progress will be monitored. "If all goes well then he will be available for selection," Andy Marinos, the Manager of National Teams, said. (iAfrica.com)
ROUND 2: House GOP to continue revolt Monday... Aug 4, 2008
As history has repeatedly taught with grim consequences, PEACE and STABILITY are won only THRU STRENGTH; and, NOT THRU the nebulous psychosis of HOPE. The ability of a LEFT-WING minority, that has found an innate repository in the Democrat Party, that has repeatedly demonstrated the ability to whiplash the Democrat Party; and, to dictate such onerous/debilitating restrictions in the energy sector of the American economy has been made possible ONLY by the passive acceptance of these militant's... (The Drudge Report)
Bloggers' challenge: Give Cache Valley youth some advice for the lives ahead of them? Aug 4, 2008
Snidely Whiplash wrote on Jul 31, 2008 6:09 PM:" I'm glad the HJ asked this question!The answer is simple: SHOOT your parents and grandparents. They have mortgaged your future. You're going to pay out the ying yang to pay for their social security paychecks and medicare healthcare unless I repeat, YOU SHOOT THEM! When horses are no longer productive we SHOOT them and put them out of their misery. If you don't want to be paying 60+ percent of your future wages in taxes then SHOOT THEM! The death... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Birth control: The new pollutant Aug 2, 2008
The turnaround won't come, however, without some whiplash. Ironically, the environmental groups have long been on the same page as the abortion-industry foot soldiers, embracing anything that assuages fears of overpopulation (no longer a worry, as Western countries, particularly in Europe, face plummeting birth rates). (Townhall.com)
Recreation digest Jul 31, 2008
Sunday Coed Sertoma #2:Century 21 Morrison Realty 17-7, American Bank Center Whiplash 16-8, The Diggers 13-11, Biker Spikers 11-13, Clooten Siding w Inc 10-14, Perreault Construction 5-19. Sunday Coed Sertoma #3:Elbow Room 18-6, Gateway Pharmacy 18-6, Ashley Berry 13-11, Zimmerman's Manufacturing Inc 10-14, Sidelines Prairie Public 7-17, Silver Dollar Bar 6-18. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
US stocks head for higher after employment reading Jul 30, 2008
NEW YORK - U.S. stocks headed for a higher open Wednesday a day after a whiplash rally left investors awaiting fresh economic and corporate reports to determine whether the run-up will continue. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
The Secret to Getting a Good Night's Sleep Jul 30, 2008
Numerous studies have shown a proper sleep posture can provide relief from, and help prevent the following problems: tension headaches, neck muscle and joint sprains and strains, ligament sprains, whiplash injuries, arthritis and tingling and numbness in the arms and hands. Mell says once he started using the Tri-Core pillow, all his back pain went away. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
The Volvo T6 S80 AWD, An Unbiased L... Jul 28, 2008
The S80 uses dual front and side airbags, accident-triggered "side curtains" to prevent head injuries and minimize vehicle ejections plus a Whiplash Protection System. It works by limiting "head snap" during crashes. (Suite101.com)
Ripping Nine Inch Nails Jul 28, 2008
Instead of using freaktified studio or laptop gimmicks and whiplash dynamics to add verve, he has opted for industrial ambience -- even on that badly mixed ballad "Lights in the Sky" and the final song, "Corona Radiata," which could be the soundtrack for a 7. 5-minute slasher movie, complete with a sinister electronic heartbeat at its core. (Salon)
Jewelry dazzles in MFA exhibit Jul 25, 2008
But the restlessness you can feel in Art Nouveau design - its famous "whiplash" line and proliferating tendrils - was not just a response to the sanguine energies of nature. It was also an outgrowth of the weird, unsettling riptides convulsing fin de si cle Europe. (Boston Globe)
Will Meet With Jindal... Jul 22, 2008
The best way to step on the globetrotting Obama media fest is to prime the story for a Jindal VP run, only to change course on thursday with a Romney announcement on top of Obama's Germany speech so the media has to cover the whiplash. Posted by: LT | July 21, 2008 10:16 PM. (The Drudge Report)
Women's team set Jul 20, 2008
" Even though Memmel, Peszek and Sacramone's places were considered secure, they still had to meet Karolyi's exacting standards. Memmel had a little scare Friday, giving herself whiplash when she bounced out of bounds on floor. After skipping her next two events, she came back with one of the better balance beam routines of the day. But she saved her best for Saturday. Uneven bars is a critical event for the Americans - the Chinese have two girls who can put up scores over 17 - and only Liukin... (AZCentral -- Sports)
Gymnast Memmel will need trademark toughness to make team Jul 19, 2008
Memmel suffered a form of whiplash familiar to gymnasts, her father and coach, Andy, said. The 2005 world all-around champion didn't finish the floor routine and stayed off uneven bars and vault despite warming up on both. (USA Today -- Sports)
Broken leg likely ends gymnast Worley's Olympic hopes Jul 19, 2008
Meanwhile, gymnast Chellsie Memmel made a quick recovery after getting a case of whiplash during her floor exercise routine. Memmel, whose head snapped back when she bounced backward and out of bounds on her second tumbling pass, skipped vault and uneven bars, but rallied to compete on balance beam. (USA Today -- Sports)
Every reason for UK industry to play a full role in 'new nuclear' plan Jul 17, 2008
Posted by Whiplash on July 17, 2008 7:47 AM. Well said Sir John, now who will rid us of the pesky green liberal tree huggers who want to scupper all our economic futures in the mistaken belief that anything with 'Nuclear'in the title is inherantly dangerous. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Low Back Pain Recovery Slow; And Worse For Those On Compensation Jul 13, 2008
(May 27, 2007) Whiplash, the most common traffic injury, leads to neck pain, headache and other symptoms, resulting in a significant burden of disability and health care utilization. Although there are few. (Science Daily)
Versa rides the wave of the gas crisis Jul 8, 2008
But I do applaud the active headrests that help to prevent whiplash in a crash. What you don't get on the base car is air conditioning ($1,400 packaged with power windows and door locks). (Globe and Mail)
You Docs: Weighing in on the alcohol issue Jul 8, 2008
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THE CAT'S MEOW Jul 6, 2008
THE CAT'S MEOW - New York Post. Sunday, July 06, 2008 Last Update: 06:50 AM EDT. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Man jailed for killing baby girl Jul 5, 2008
" The attack happened at their service house in Lossiemouth's MacDonald Drive on 24 November, 2006. Harries, of Milford Haven, admitted assaulting Chloe by seizing her by the body, repeatedly shaking her and killing her. Harries and his wife Hayley, 21, who also serves with the RAF, had moved to Lossiemouth a month earlier from RAF Odiham, in Hampshire, following domestic difficulties. On the day of the attack, first offender Harries had picked the baby up from a childminder where she had been... (BBC News -- UK)
Ohio State's run at championships will come to an end (5) Jul 4, 2008
The defensive backs all complained of whiplash after facing Florida and LSU, and Boeckman found out what it was like to throw a pass looking at the moon. The sideline markers should have been replaced by mph signs. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Gay breaks American 100 mark; Lee recovers from accident Jun 29, 2008
Lee suffered whiplash and a sore shoulder from an accident that she said was caused by a drunk driver running a red light. "It felt like I had a hard day in the weight room," she said. (USA Today -- Sports)
